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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC
752 PM EDT Mon May 27 2024


AMZ131-280015-
752 PM EDT Mon May 27 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Alligator River...

At 752 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
near The Vicinity Of Gum Neck, or 10 nm northwest of Engelhard,
moving east at 25 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 1100 PM EDT for eastern North
Carolina...and the adjacent coastal waters.

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor
immediately until this storm passes.

Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open
water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal
objects.

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LAT...LON 3562 7621 3576 7619 3575 7598 3559 7598

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